PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
India: Bilateral Aid (23 October 2024)

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he plans to review bilateral development aid to India in the context of India’s continuing trade relationships with Russia.

Asked by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat)

The UK Government recognises India's long and historic relationship with Russia. The UK Government regularly raises Russia's actions in Ukraine with India. Most recently, the Foreign Secretary raised this with Indian External Affairs Minister in September.

Most of FCDO's bilateral development funding for India is targeted at helping tackle climate change and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. This is primarily done through investments and sharing expertise.

Ministers are reviewing the FCDO's ODA budget to ensure it delivers on our priorities. We are committed to transparency and will publish ODA allocations for 2024-25.

Answered by:
Catherine West (Labour)
30 October 2024